Reading and Writing Techniques

False (B)

They are supported by laws, local and international, and ideally give order.

<p>Appropriate Language</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promotion Bias = Favors white employees in evaluations Imposter Syndrome = Self-doubt despite success Policy = Proposal for an action Explicit Claims = Directly stated statements</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Arranging details from least to most important (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To signify the importance of certain words (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To serve as the central argument of the whole discussion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>items</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Comma (,) = Separates items in a list Period (.) = Signals the end of a declarative sentence Apostrophe (') = Indicates ownership in possessive nouns Question Mark (?) = Indicates that the sentence is a question</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The logical flow and connection in the text (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Statements that explain and further expand the main idea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Calculating trajectories for space missions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Emotional toll</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inclusive Hiring</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Katherine Johnson = Critical calculations for Apollo 11 Dorothy Vaughan = First African American manager at NACA Mary Jackson = First African American female engineer at NASA Women of Color in STEM = Facing sexism and racism</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Isolation and lack of support (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They laid the foundation for America's success in the space race.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Addressing systemic barriers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Examine the author's use of words, phrases, and literary devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>language</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metaphor = Draws comparisons Alliteration = Repetition of initial sounds Paradox = Contradictory statements with deeper truths Syntax = Structure of sentences</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By showcasing diverse STEM leaders (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inspiration for the next generation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The representation of larger, abstract ideas through objects or actions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To identify recurring structures and understand their significance in conveying meaning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biographical context</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metaphor = A figure of speech that implies a comparison Simile = A comparison using 'like' or 'as' Repetition = The recurrence of words or phrases for emphasis Tone = The author's emotional attitude towards the subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The author's emotional attitude and choice of expression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>repetition analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The language of the original text (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The degree of formality in language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>target text</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cognitive Equivalence = The thoughts conveyed are equivalent Formal Equivalence = Structures and forms match between texts Dynamic Equivalence = The reader's experience is equivalent</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The specific rules that categorize texts or films (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The attitude conveyed through the choice of words.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The central argument of a text.

Statements that explain and expand the main idea.

How a text is organized to help the reader follow information and ideas.

Symbols used to separate sentences and parts of sentences.

The use of uppercase letters to emphasize words in a sentence.

The logical connection between sentences in a text.

A statement an author discusses, explains, or proves in writing.

A statement about whether something is true or false.

A fact that can be proven by observation.

A fact that is true by definition or logic.

A fact that is supported by laws, local and international, usually giving order.

A fact verified by revelatory evidence or self-evidence.

A statement suggesting an action to solve a problem.

A statement directly stated.

A statement suggested, but not directly stated.

Unfair choices in hiring, performance reviews, or advancement that favor one group over another.

A group of African American women who were critical to the success of numerous space missions, including Apollo 11.

A pioneering African American computer programmer who became the first African American manager at NACA.

NASA's first African American female engineer.

A gifted mathematician whose calculations were essential for space missions, including Apollo 11.

Discrimination and segregation in the workplace, limiting opportunities for people of color and women.

Actively recruiting and considering candidates from underrepresented groups.

Educating employees to recognize and reduce unconscious biases.

Embracing different backgrounds, experiences, and thought processes for more innovative solutions.

Language that uses figures of speech to create vivid imagery and deeper meanings, going beyond literal interpretations.

A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things, without using 'like' or 'as.'

A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as.'

The use of symbols, objects, characters, or actions to represent abstract ideas or concepts.

The repeated use of words, phrases, or sentence structures to emphasize a particular idea or create a specific effect.

The use of vivid language to create mental pictures for the reader.

The author's emotional attitude toward the subject matter, conveyed through their language choices.

The arrangement of words and phrases in a sentence, influencing the overall style and impact.

An environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute, regardless of their background or identity.

The influence of seeing people of diverse identities succeed in STEM fields, inspiring the next generation to pursue STEM careers.

Obstacles that exist within systems and institutions, preventing equitable opportunities for marginalized groups in STEM.

Subtle, often unconscious, comments or behaviors that marginalize people of color.

A reading technique focusing on the author's use of words, phrases, and literary devices to understand the text's deeper meaning.

Examining the author's word choice and how it shapes the meaning and tone of the text.

Studying the structure of sentences and how they convey the writer's style.

Literary devices used to persuade, evoke emotions, or create vivid imagery in writing.

The original text to be translated. It's the text in the source language.

The translated version of the source text. It's the final product in the target language.

The goal of translation to ensure the meaning and content of the source text are effectively conveyed in the target text.

When the structure and language of the source text are preserved as closely as possible in the target text.

Translation that focuses on creating the same effect or reader experience in the target text as the source text had.

The level of formality or informality in the language used in translation, adapting to the target audience.

The attitude or feeling conveyed by the language in translation, reflecting the author's perspective.

The distinct characteristics of a writer's or speaker's language, including their choices of vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure.